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Senior Manager/Director Designate

TN United Kingdom

Wilmslow

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 50,000

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager/Director Designate to lead a high-performing team in a well-respected accountancy practice. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage client portfolios, oversee departmental operations, and drive growth through strategic consultancy. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, financial literacy, and the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable plans. With a supportive work environment that promotes flexibility and work-life balance, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their career while enjoying valuable perks and a competitive salary.

Benefits

25 days holiday
Day off for your birthday
Hybrid working available
Flexi-working arrangement
Annual overnight trip
Private Medical Insurance after two years

Qualifications

  • Experience in accountancy practices is essential.
  • Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of clients and provide ongoing support.
  • Review year-end accounts and corporation tax returns.
  • Provide strategic consultancy and financial management services.

Skills

Leadership Skills
Business Acumen
Financial Literacy
Communication Skills
Strategic Thinking
Analytical Skills

Tools

IRIS Practice Suite
Sage Software
Cloud-based Accounting Software
Liberty Accounts
Xero

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Senior Manager/Director Designate, Wilmslow

Location: Wilmslow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Manager/Director Designate required. My client is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join the team as a Senior Manager/Director Designate. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role in a well-established accountancy practice.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record in leadership skills and have the confidence to develop a high-performing team to grow the company as successfully as possible.

Position Overview
  • Manage a portfolio of clients and provide ongoing support
  • Manage a department and a team of Client Managers, Senior Client Accountants, and Client Accountants on their portfolio of clients
  • Manage the filing deadlines for year-end accounts and corporation tax returns (CT600's) for the practice
  • Review confirmation statements produced by client administration prior to filing for the clients
  • Review all draft year-end accounts and tax computations
  • Review personal tax computations prepared by the Client Managers and Client Accountants
  • Review client company structures and ensure all new legislation is kept up to date
  • Attend finalisation meetings with clients and discuss future strategies for the business
  • Provide strategic consultancy and financial management services
  • Actively look to introduce new clients to the company and help promote and sell its services to prospective clients
Position Requirements
  • Previous experience working in accountancy practices is essential
  • Previous experience using IRIS Practice Suite, Sage Software, and certain Cloud-based Accounting Software on behalf of clients (Liberty Accounts, Xero, etc.)
  • Strong business acumen and financial literacy
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable plans
Position Remuneration
  • £40,000+ basic salary (DOE)
  • 25 days holiday (plus three days office shutdown and Christmas/New Year)
  • Day off for your birthday
  • Hybrid working available (two days at home)
  • Flexi-working arrangement
  • Annual overnight trip
  • Private Medical Insurance - after two years of service

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.

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